Residential Youth Support Worker - Lantern House

Location: Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire (Lantern House, Skegby) · Salary: £27,976–£28,650 per annum, with sleep-ins paid at £46.01 · Shift Pattern: Rotational shifts including earlies, lates, doubles, and sleep-ins

Pay Explained

Qualified Support Worker rate: £28,650 per annum (£13.77 per hour), with earning potential of £33,435.04 including sleep-in payments based on two sleep-ins per week. To qualify, applicants must hold one of: a Social Work Degree, a Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Residential Care, or a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (Children and Adults).

Support Worker rate (for those without the above qualifications): £27,976 per annum (£13.45 per hour), with earning potential of £32,761.04 including sleep-in payments. Sleep-ins are paid at £46.01 per sleep-in. Both salaries include a £1,400.00 attendance bonus, paid quarterly.

About the Role

As a Residential Support Worker, you'll be part of a team supporting young people who have experienced trauma. The role is dynamic, challenging, and rewarding. You don't need prior experience in care—what matters is the right mindset. The organisation provides full training, qualifications, and ongoing support to help you build a career in residential childcare.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily routines, activities, and emotional well-being
• Managing and de-escalating challenging situations with empathy
• Encouraging independence, education, and life skills
• Being a trusted role model—showing patience, resilience, and compassion
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and stable home environment

About Lantern House

Lantern House is a warm and welcoming 2-bedded residential home located in Skegby, Sutton in Ashfield. The home sits between the quiet area of Skegby and the busier Sutton in Ashfield main street, close to the Designer Village and with easy access to the A38 and M1. There are many things to do in the local area, providing lots of opportunities for days out. The home currently has two young residents with distinct personalities—one enjoys gaming and their own space, the other loves to go out and keep busy. The home has a nurturing atmosphere, with a strong focus on giving young people childhood experiences, opportunities for the future, and building strong positive relationships. Young people enjoy going to the beach, getting their nails done, day trips, arts and crafts, board games, gaming, and music.

What We're Looking For

Applications are welcomed from all walks of life. What matters most is your attitude, emotional intelligence, and willingness to learn.

• A strong, compassionate personality
• Emotional resilience and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
• Life experience from previous careers or personal challenges
• A desire to grow—full training and a funded Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare provided

Benefits

• 3 weeks of paid induction training
• Funded Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Structured career progression into senior roles
• £1,400 annual attendance bonus, plus sleep-in payments (£46.01 per sleep-in)
• 28 days annual leave (increasing with service)
• Free meals during shifts
• Employee benefits including discounts on shopping, cinema, and holidays
• 24/7 well-being support, including free counselling sessions
• Christmas voucher of up to £200, based on length of service and contracted hours, to recognise the 24/7 care provided year-round

Important Information

• Sponsorship is not offered; applicants must have their own right to work in the UK, permitting 40 hours per week
• All successful candidates will undergo pre-employment safer recruitment checks in line with Ofsted and Homes2Inspire policies
• Applications are reviewed regularly, and interviews may be held before the advertised closing date
• Interviews take place in person during scheduled assessment days; reasonable adjustments can be requested through the Careers Team

Commitment to Inclusion

Homes2Inspire fosters a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. Applications are actively encouraged from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, and from individuals with lived experience of disability or social exclusion. Guaranteed interviews are offered to care leavers who meet the minimum role requirements—please indicate lived-in care experience in your application. Male staff are currently under-represented in residential children's services, and more male applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. Candidates are matched to the most suitable service based on their skills, experience, and the needs of the young people—in some cases this may mean offering employment at a different home than originally applied for.